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Locals say this Ontario beach town with quaint streets is one of the best to visit in 2025

Pack your bags!

Lead Writer, Travel

Looking for some new places to visit in 2025? According to locals, this gorgeous beach town with sandy shores and sparkling lakes is one of the best spots to travel to.

On Narcity Canada's Facebook page, we asked readers for their recommendations on the best Ontario small towns to visit in 2025. This lakeside town was one of the many destinations suggested, so get that bathing suit ready.

Bobcaygeon is a charming community nestled between two beautiful Kawartha lakes, Sturgeon and Pigeon.

It's about a 90-minute drive from Toronto, making it a convenient spot for a day trip or weekend escape.

If you're craving outdoor adventures, Bobcaygeon is the place to be. With scenic lakes and beautiful trails, it offers many opportunities to enjoy time in nature.

You can paddle or swim at Sturgeon Lake and Buckhorn Lake or soak up some sun at Bobcaygeon Beach Park.

Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park and Balsam Lake Provincial Park are beautiful places for a hike, while the renowned Trent-Severn Waterway offers stunning spots for a relaxing waterfront stroll.

The downtown area is brimming with cute shops, restaurants, and galleries. You won't want to miss out on a treat at the iconic Kawartha Dairy ice cream shop.

It's never too early to start planning that summer getaway, so keep this dreamy lakeside town on your radar.

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    • Lead Writer

      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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